For the third time in four years, Clemson will play for the College Football Playoff Championship after a 30-3 victory over Notre Dame in the 2018 Cotton Bowl.
In the first-ever playoff matchup featuring two undefeated teams, the Tigers prevailed on the strength of big plays from quarterback Trevor Lawrence and a stifling defense that didn't skip a beat without star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence.
Trevor Lawrence looked comfortable in the spotlight, going 27-of-40 for 327 yards and three touchdowns. Travis Etienne added 109 yards and one touchdown on 14 carries.
Notre Dame's offense was held to 248 total yards.